Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Chowel Weldparts, Inc.
Location: Luverne, Alabama
Job Type: Full Time

Position Summary

Chowel Weldparts, Inc., an automotive parts manufacturing facility, is seeking a dependable and skilled Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations.

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and general maintenance on robotic manufacturing equipment, production machinery, and facility systems. This position plays an important role in keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently while minimizing production downtime.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on robotic welding machines, automated manufacturing equipment, and other production machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and equipment-related problems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and complete repairs in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
• Assist with maintenance, adjustments, and repairs of robotic systems and related manufacturing equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and maintain appropriate maintenance records.
• Complete general facility maintenance and repairs as needed, including basic electrical, plumbing, lighting, doors, fixtures, and other building-related needs.
• Inspect equipment and facility areas to identify potential maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with equipment installation, modifications, and improvements.
• Respond to maintenance requests from production and other departments.
• Maintain tools, equipment, maintenance areas, and replacement parts in an organized and safe condition.
• Follow OSHA requirements, company safety procedures, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and required PPE standards.
• Work closely with production supervisors and management to identify equipment issues and support efficient manufacturing operations.
• Perform additional maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous industrial, manufacturing, or facility maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience working with robotic equipment, automated machinery, welding equipment, or automotive manufacturing equipment is strongly preferred.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and industrial safety procedures.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and other maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, diagrams, schematics, and maintenance instructions is preferred.
• Must be dependable, safety-conscious, and able to respond appropriately to production maintenance needs.
• Bilingual English/Korean or English/Spanish skills are a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements

This position may require standing and walking for extended periods, bending, reaching, climbing, lifting and carrying equipment or materials, and working around manufacturing machinery. Employees must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in an automotive parts manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to machinery, welding operations, noise, heat, and other typical industrial conditions. Required personal protective equipment must be worn in designated areas.

Why Join Chowel Weldparts?

Chowel Weldparts, Inc. offers an opportunity to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment where maintenance plays a critical role in safety, quality, productivity, and the continued operation of our facility.

Chowel Weldparts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person